<p><strong>About our school:&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School was established in 1997 to serve the needs of a growing population in Darwin’s rural area. It is the only Catholic Primary school in the rural area, catering for students in Transition to Year 6. Our growing student population is drawn from across the rural area including as far south as Batchelor, east to Corroboree and west to Berry Springs. Students within our school community come from a diverse range of backgrounds.&nbsp;</p> <p>An Early Learning Centre is also located on the school grounds. It is an integral and important part of the school community working in partnership with the school, sharing facilities and resources. The Early Learning Centre provides long day care for two to five year-olds, including a preschool program within the service. The school also offers an Out of Schools Hours Care program including Before and After School Care as well as Vacation Care during the school holidays.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>About the role:</strong></p> <p>St Francis of Assisi is seeking a passionate Team Leader to lead our Outside of School Hours Care service. Our OSHC program is licenced to care for up to 50 children and offers Before and After School Care as well as Vacation Care during the school holidays.</p> <p>This is a unique opportunity to inspire a team, lead innovative programs, and nurture a safe, engaging, faith‑based environment where children, families, and educators thrive. As the OSHC Team Leader, you will lead and support a small team of passionate educators, observe and document children’s learning and wellbeing, and maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.</p> <p>The role is being offered as a full-time ongoing position which would involve also working within our ELC or as a part-time ongoing position solely focussed on the OSHC service.</p> <p><strong>About You:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Possess leadership qualities suited to a Team Leader role.</li> <li>Holds a relevant qualification such as a Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care, or an approved OSHC qualification.</li> <li>Works collaboratively to create safe, inclusive, and engaging environments for children.</li> <li>Hold a current Working with Children (Ochre) Card and First Aid Certificate.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why work for St Francis of Assisi?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive remuneration and conditions in accordance with the relevant enterprise agreement.</li> <li>Professional development opportunities to grow your skills and career in a nurturing environment.</li> <li>Generous leave entitlements including 6 weeks leave.</li> <li>Discounted school fees for children attending Catholic schools in the Northern Territory.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p> <p>Please follow the link to submit your Resume and Cover Letter.</p> <p>Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.</p> <p>St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.</p>